Retro Rumble

Javin K.
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Welcome to Retro Rumble, the show where we cover Retro Games, New Games, and any other important gaming news!!

  1. 06/17/2025

    Episode 1: The Beginning, A Magnavox Odyssey

    🎮✨ New Episode Drop! ✨🎮 Step back in time with us as we dive into the history of the Magnavox Odyssey — the first-ever home video game console, released in 1972! 🕹️📺 Before pixels ruled the world, this box of wires and overlays kicked off the gaming revolution.   We’re talking pre-Pong history, wild marketing, and how it all began. You don’t want to miss this origin story of console gaming greatness.

    3 min

  2. 06/03/2025

    Episode 20: The Legend Begins: The History of Dragon Quest

    Before Final Fantasy, before Pokémon, there was Dragon Quest — the JRPG that started it all. This week, we’re going back to 1986 to explore how Yuji Horii, Akira Toriyama, and Koichi Sugiyama created a genre-defining masterpiece that shaped generations of RPGs.   From 8-bit slimes to modern epics, we cover it all — design choices, cultural impact, and why Dragon Questremains a national treasure in Japan.

    3 min

  3. 05/19/2025

    Episode 19: Ohana on the Go: The History of Lilo & Stitch for Game Boy Advance

    This week, we’re blasting into the weirdly awesome world of Lilo & Stitch for the Game Boy Advance — yes, the one that looks like Metal Slug with aliens and Elvis. 🤯   We dig into how this Disney tie-in ended up being a surprisingly action-packed run-and-gun shooter, its unexpected difficulty, and why it’s still one of the most unique movie-based games of its era.   If you ever wondered how a cute blue alien ended up with a flamethrower… this one’s for you.

    4 min

  4. 05/12/2025

    Episode 18: Digital Monsters, Digital Memories: The Story of Digimon World

    Before Digimon was a full-blown franchise, it was Digimon World — the strange, charming, and sometimes frustrating PS1 game that hooked a generation.   This week, we’re going back to File Island to explore how Bandai brought virtual pets into the RPG world, why poop management mattered (seriously), and how this cult classic became a beloved piece of gaming history.   If you ever trained a Greymon, got lost in the Drill Tunnel, or rage-quit because your Digimon turned into Numemon — this one’s for you.

    4 min

  5. 05/06/2025

    Episode 17: Speed, Chaos, and Soap Shoes: The Legacy of Sonic Adventure 2: Battle

    This week, we're rolling around at the speed of sound 🚀 and deep-diving into the history of Sonic Adventure 2: Battle — the game that gave us Shadow the Hedgehog, unforgettable Chao Gardens, and one of the most iconic soundtracks in gaming.   From its Dreamcast origins to GameCube glory, we’re talking development, legacy, fan theories, and why this title still hits hard over 20 years later. 🌀   If "Live & Learn" lives rent-free in your head, this episode is for you.

    4 min

  6. 05/06/2025

    Episode 16: NHL '94: The GOAT of Hockey Games

    This week, we hit the ice and rewind the clock to explore the legendary NHL '94. From its revolutionary gameplay and iconic organ music to its cult status in both gaming and real-life hockey culture — we’re breaking down why this game still gets love over 30 years later.   No other sports game had Wayne Gretzky and Jeremy Roenick in their pixelated prime and a spot in the Hockey Hall of Fame.

    4 min

  7. 05/01/2025

    Episode 15: Across Time: The Epic History of Chrono Trigger

    Today we’re traveling through time to uncover the making of one of the greatest RPGs ever: Chrono Trigger. 🚀⏳ From the dream team of developers at Square to the groundbreaking storylines, art, and music that changed gaming forever — we’re covering every era. Learn how this legendary title redefined what an RPG could be, and why it still holds a place in our hearts decades later. ❤️

    4 min

  8. 04/28/2025

    Episode 14: Planting the Seeds: The History of Harvest Moon

    This week, we're trading boss battles for barn chores and diving into the peaceful, charming world of Harvest Moon. 🌻 From its humble beginnings on the Super Nintendo to inspiring a whole generation of farming sims, we're digging into how this cozy classic grew into a beloved legacy. 🐄💖 Grab your watering can and your favorite overalls — it's time to celebrate the game that made virtual farming cool. 🎮✨

    4 min
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  • Creator
    Javin K.
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  • Episodes
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